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Good morning, Fargo-Moorhead! The sunshine is finally sticking around, and the FM area is making the most of it. From outdoor events to summer vibes around every corner, this week is shaping up to be a good one. Whether you're planning after-work fun or looking for something new around town, we’ve packed this scoop with plenty to enjoy over the next few days. Let’s get into it! ☀️

In today’s FM Scoop:

"Time to dig in!"

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UND’s Energy & Environment Research Center will receive $25 million over the next five years through a new agreement with the Department of Energy. The funding will support projects including the “Crack the Code 2.0” initiative, which focuses on boosting oil recovery in the Bakken and extending the life of coal-fired power plants. Leaders say the investment helps keep North Dakota at the forefront of energy innovation and research. For more details, read the full article here.

More than 120 athletes packed into Butler Machinery Arena in West Fargo this weekend for the Midwest Fitness Fest, featuring competitions in CrossFit, powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic weightlifting. Organizers highlighted the event’s wide age range, with competitors as young as 14 and others in their 60s and 70s, showing that fitness truly is for everyone. For more details, read the full article here.

The Fargo Marathon returns this weekend, and drivers should expect temporary road closures and heavier traffic throughout parts of Fargo on Friday and Saturday. Events kick off Friday evening with the Youth Run and 5K, while Saturday morning features the marathon, half marathon, and 10K races.

City officials are encouraging residents to plan ahead and allow extra travel time as runners take over streets across the metro. The annual event continues to bring large crowds and plenty of energy to the community each year. For more details, read the full article here.

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First Avenue Market Live Auction 🛍️ - First Avenue Market Fargo is going live on Facebook for another evening of antique, vintage, and collectible auctions. Viewers can tune in, join the chat, and place bids in real time on a variety of unique items, with plenty of surprises expected throughout the night.

FM Wellness Collective Spring Social 🌿 - Celebrate the start of spring with an evening of wellness, connection, and community at The Shops at Tillstone. The event will feature handcrafted mocktails, fresh juice, tarot readings, and plenty of opportunities to meet others in the local wellness community while enjoying a relaxing outdoor atmosphere.

RedHawks vs. DockHounds ⚾ - Cheer on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks as they take on the Lake Country DockHounds during ND Autism Center Night at the ballpark. Fans can enjoy an evening of baseball while supporting a great local cause and helping raise awareness for the ND Autism Center.

Movie in the Dirt 🎬 - Head to Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights for a family-friendly outdoor screening of Barnyard. Enjoy free popcorn while supplies last, grab some concessions, and spend the evening under the sky with Otis and the rest of the barnyard crew.

Paper Quilled Disco Ball Workshop 🪩 - Join Christina Lang of See Lang Design for a fun, hands-on paper quilling workshop where you’ll roll, twist, and glue your way to creating a disco ball-inspired craft. All supplies and instruction are included for this creative evening hosted at the Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla, open to middle school age and up.

RedHawks vs. DockHounds ⚾ - The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks take on the Lake Country DockHounds with Red River Valley Speedway Night at the ballpark. All fans will receive a free race ticket courtesy of Red River Valley Speedway, making for a high-energy night of baseball and racing excitement.

Summer Kickoff Party 🍳 - Celebrate 50 years of Creative Kitchen with live cooking demos, food and coffee samples, exclusive discounts, expert tips, and chances to win prizes from brands like Le Creuset and Wüsthof. Guests can also enjoy a live pasta demo from The 1889 Fargo, and the first 50 people in the store will receive a free swag bag.

RedHawks Baseball Game ⚾ - The Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks host the Lake Country DockHounds at Newman Outdoor Field. Fans can take advantage of discounted first base bleacher tickets and a free RRVF Night race ticket giveaway, making it a fun and affordable night of baseball with extra entertainment incentives for early arrivals.

Clay Trinket Tray & Earrings Workshop 🎨 - Learn a beginner-friendly mokume-gane clay technique with Fresh Squeezed Studio to create a layered design trinket tray and 1–2 pairs of handmade stud earrings. All supplies and instruction are included for this hands-on workshop at the Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla, open to middle school age and up.

For all the details on these events, be sure to click the hyperlinked event titles.

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Memorial Day Ceremony Honors Fallen Veterans

Community members gathered at Fargo National Cemetery on Memorial Day to remember and honor veterans who lost their lives serving the country. The annual event brought together families, veterans, and local residents for a morning focused on reflection, gratitude, and remembrance.

Many attendees shared personal connections to the day, honoring loved ones who served and sacrificed. Organizers and veterans alike emphasized the importance of continuing these traditions and remembering the impact those individuals had on future generations. With more than 1,000 veterans laid to rest at the cemetery, the ceremony highlighted the strong sense of respect and appreciation felt throughout the community. For more details, read the full article here.

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For the latest updates and any last-minute changes, click the event links hyperlinked in the titles.

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That’s a wrap on today’s FM Scoop! Enjoy the sunshine, support local, and make the most of these warm June days around Fargo-Moorhead. We’ll be back later this week with more events, news, and local scoop. ☀️